STAINLESS STEEL TUB INSTALLATION
GETTING STARTED
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
We recommend consulting a professional if you are
unfamiliar with installing plumbing fixtures. Signature
Hardware accepts no liability for any damage to the
faucet, plumbing, sink, counter top, or for personal injury
during installation.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Unpack and inspect the faucet for shipping damage. If
any damage is found, contact our Customer Relations
team at 1-866-855-2284.
Ensure that you have gathered all the required
materials that are needed for the installation.
Ensure that your bathroom floor is
adequately supported, and the finished
floor is level.
Keep the plumbing connections around
the tub easily accessible for any future
maintenance that may be necessary.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS:
Plumbers
Tape
Thread
Sealant
Adjustable
Wrench
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Use the tub’s PDF specification sheet as a
reference when planning your layout. The
specification sheet can be found and
downloaded from the product page on our
website.
Because the tub specification
measurements are approximate and slight
variations may occur, we highly recommend
performing any rough-in procedures with
the tub on site. For on-site rough-in
information, go to the appropriate drain
installation section.
PLANNING
Pencil
Tape Measure
Straight Edge
Hacksaw
Silicone Sealant
(100% Neutral
Cure)
Damp Cloth
Level
Plumb Line
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INSTALLATION
3. When the floor is finished, measure and cut the
drain pipe to the appropriate length for the type of
drain that is being used.
4. Carefully set the tub in position. If the tub has
leveling feet, adjust as necessary until level and apply a
generous bead of silicone under each foot. If your tub
does not have leveling feet, shims can be used for
leveling if your floor is not flat.
1. Set the tub in the desired installation location and
mark the drain hole location on the floor,
2. Move the tub away from the installation location so
that plumbing can be installed. The drain pipe should
extend approximately 6" above the finished floor.
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Proceed to the appropriate drain configuration
to complete rough-in and installation.
TUB AND DRAIN WITHOUT OVERFLOW
6 inches
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6. Fill the tub with water to check for any leaks from
the connections. Verify that the drain is working
properly.
5. Apply 100% neutral cure silicone sealant to the
underside of the drain flange and thread it through
the tub and into the drain pipe. Apply thread sealant
or plumber’s tape to the threaded connection to
ensure a water-tight seal. Tighten by hand. Wipe
away any excess sealant using a damp cloth.
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3. Carefully set the tub in position. If the tub has
leveling feet, adjust as necessary until level and apply
a generous bead of silicone under each foot. If your
tub does not have leveling feet, shims can be used
for leveling if your floor is not flat.
4. Next you will need to trim your drain and overflow
pipes to the appropriate sizes. Steps 5-8 will walk you
through.
1. Set the tub in the desired installation location and
drop a plumb line from the center of the overflow
hole to the floor. This will determine your drain
location. Mark the drain hole location on the floor.
2. Move the tub away from the installation location so
that the plumbing can be installed. Place the drain pipe
at the appropriate height for waste and overflow
piping. To determine this, you will need to temporarily
fit your drain pipe into the tub and measure from the
floor to the center of the drain pipe
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TUB AND DRAIN WITH OVERFLOW
5. To trim the drain annd overflow pipes appropriately,
you will need to temporarily install the overflow and
drain assemblies into the tub.
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8. Remove the drain and overflow assembly from the
tub, and trim the pipes at the marked locations with a
hacksaw. Make sure that the blade is suitable for
cutting metal.
9. Apply thread sealant or plumber’s tape to the
threaded ends of all pipes prior to assembly. If two
pipes arrive attached, be sure to take them apart and
do the same. Do not apply any tape or sealant to any
compression fittings. Follow steps 10-13 for drain
assembly instructions.
6. The overflow tee (A) will be attached at the points
where the drain pipes intersect (B).
7. Measure and mark each pipe so that the end of the
pipe reaches at least a little bit over halfway into the
overflow tee.
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A
B
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14. When your tub is in place and all the connections
have been made, fill the tub with water to check for
any leaks from the connections. Verfiy that the drain
and overflow is working properly.
10. Apply 100% neutral cure silicone sealant to the
underside of the drain flange and thread it through the
tub and into the drain pipe. Apply thread sealant or
plumber’s tape to the threaded connection to ensure
a water-tight seal. Tighten by hand. Wipe away any
excess sealant using a damp cloth.
11. Install the overflow assembly with the beveled
washer, overflow plate, mounting screw (provided)
and any other washers or rubber sealing gaskets
included. If your tub came with a 'Press and Seal'
overflow, the pop-up flange will be used in place of the
overflow plate and screw.
12. Attach the waste and overflow tee to the overflow
assembly and shoe assembly with sealing washers
and slip nuts. The beveled end of the sealing washer
should face the tee.
13. Attach the drain tube and flange to the waste and
overflow tee with the sealing washer and slip nut. The
beveled end of the sealing washer should face the
tee.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
It is recommended that you use a cleaner or polish that is designed specifically for stainless steel products. You may
use a gentle soap, such as dish washing liquid and warm water. Acidic cleaners, such as lemon juice, should be avoided.
We recommend the use of a soft sponge or microfiber washcloth. Do not use any abrasive cleaning pads or materials.
Rinse with warm water and dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Minor scratches can be removed using a scratch remover designed specifically for stainless steel or metals. Refer to the
directions for the product being used, as each scratch remover will have its own step-by-step procedure. For deeper
scratches, wet sanding may be necessary using 600-grit (coarse) or 1000-grit (fine) sandpaper attached to a rubber
sanding block. After sanding, use a stainless steel polish to restore shine if desired.
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